Activities

  • Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
  • Running-10K - Individual Age group/open
  • Running-15K - Individual Age group/open
  • Running-Half marathon - Individual Age group/open
  • Running-Marathon - Individual Age group/open
  • Running-50K - Individual Age group/open

Description

What Is The Next Loop?

The Next Loop Endurance Series is a loop-based endurance running event designed for every type of runner — from first-time 10K participants to seasoned marathoners, ultra runners, CrossFit, Hyrox, and tactical athletes.

You’ll run a 3.1-mile (5K) trail loop, starting a new loop every hour on the hour.

After each loop, you decide:

  • Run another loop
  • Or stop — no penalties, no DNFs
  • Every completed loop counts.

 
⏱️ How Scoring Works
This event uses a simple, transparent scoring system that rewards consistency, pacing, and endurance.

For each loop:

  • Time starts when the loop begins
  • Time stops when you cross the finish line
  • That loop time is officially recorded
  • Your overall score is calculated by combining the times of every loop you complete.

There are:

  • ❌ No penalties for stopping
  • ❌ No missed-cutoff failures
  • ✅ Only completed loops counted. This allows athletes at every level to compete meaningfully.

 
👟 Why This Format Works for Everyone

New Runners:

  • Run your first 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon without pressure
  • Stop when you’re done — your result still counts
  • Compare performance with others completing the same number of loops

Marathon & Ultra Runners:

  • Test pacing, fatigue, and recovery across multiple hours
  • Analyze loop-by-loop performance
  • Use results as a benchmark — not just a finish time

Hybrid / Functional Athletes - (CrossFit, Hyrox, Tactical Games)

  • Measure recovery between efforts
  • Evaluate consistency under fatigue
  • Test endurance without committing to a fixed distance
     

🌲 Course & Event Environment

  • Scenic trail-based 5K loop
  • Clearly marked course
  • Start/finish located at a central base area
  • Aid station available each hour
  • Family- and crew-friendly atmosphere

 
🏁 How Far Will You Go? Loops Completed/Total Distance

  • 1 Loop = 5K
  • 2 Loops = 10K
  • 4 Loops = Half Marathon
  • 9 Loops = Marathon
  • 10 Loops = 50K
  • You are never locked into a distance. Each loop is a new decision.

🎯 Who Should Register?
✔ Runners of all levels
✔ Athletes training for longer events
✔ Anyone curious how far they can go — one loop at a time
✔ Anyone who wants an endurance challenge without failure pressure

 
🧠 The Philosophy
This isn’t about speed alone. It’s about discipline, recovery, decision-making, and endurance.

Run the loop. Recover. Decide. Repeat.

 
📸 Results, Rankings & Bragging Rights

  • Official timing for every completed loop
  • Results ranked by loops completed and combined time
  • Post-race data you can analyze, share, and build from
     

Ready to See How Many Loops You’ve Got?
👉 Register now and find your next limit — one loop at a time.

Event details and schedule

Participant Information – What to Bring & How the Event Works

The Next Loop Endurance Series is designed to be simple, flexible, and athlete-friendly.

Participants should wear standard trail-running gear appropriate for the weather and trail conditions. You are encouraged to bring personal nutrition, hydration, extra clothing, and any gear you may want for multiple loops.

Athletes may set up a personal staging area either:

  • At their vehicle, or

  • In the designated participant staging area near the start/finish

An aid station will be located at the start/finish line, providing water, basic food, and electrolytes each loop.

Each loop begins on the hour. When you complete a loop, you will have the remaining time until the next hourly start to recover, refuel, restock gear, and prepare for the next loop.

Your race continues as long as you choose to start the next loop on time.
Your race is complete when:

  • You decide to stop, or

  • You do not start the next loop at the scheduled hourly start time

This format allows athletes to explore endurance at their own pace while maintaining a clear, structured schedule.

Organised by

The Next Loop Endurance Series

311 Sweetleaf Ave, Shreveport

Phone: 3148255615

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